Fin fish and shellfish that are harvested/farmed using techniques that have a low impact on the physical environment and non-targeted species, and at a level that does not degrade the current populations.

We use line-caught haddock in place of trawler caught (trawling damages the sea floor and has a significant amount of bycatch).

We will not use farmed salmon, but will use farmed tilapia, catfish, and other varieties. (salmon farming uses open-water pens and require a large amount of animal protein and antibiotics. Tilapia and catfish farming use a recalculating systems in tanks, which minimizes environmental impact).

Local, Organic, Natural

Our first priority in purchasing is locally produced goods. There are many reasons for this: supporting local farmers, preserving open space, keeping the money circle small etc. Organic is our second priority. Organic food is grown in such a way that it does not have a negative impact on the environment. We believe that it is also a healthier choice for us and our customers. Natural meats are simply a step away form organic. A cow that is naturally raised is given no antibiotics or growth hormones; an organic cow also is feed only certified organic feed.

We spend more than one hundred thousand dollars a year on local organic produce.

95% of all our pork products come from naturally raised Maine pigs.

75% of all our chicken is naturally raised in Maine.

90% of our beef is naturally raised.

All of our dairy products, with the exception of some cheeses, are from New England.